# Poland Considers Transport Helicopter Purchase

The Polish Armed Forces are considering a transport-helicopter acquisition as part of broader military aviation modernization. A Shephard Defence Insight forecast estimates a potential purchase of four aircraft valued at US$216 million, with the CH-47F Chinook identified as a candidate platform and Boeing listed as a candidate supplier. No solicitation or award timeline has been reported. Suppliers assessing the opportunity should account for potential European funding eligibility, NATO interoperability, tactical mobility, and logistics support requirements.

- The forecast is an early-stage opportunity, not an announced solicitation or award; the aircraft quantity and value remain prospective.
- Companies offering transport helicopters or related support can evaluate how their platforms and sustainment proposals address NATO interoperability, tactical mobility, and logistics needs.
- Potential European funding eligibility may affect acquisition planning and supplier positioning, but no funding decision or program details are stated.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** November 05, 2026

### Government Entities
- Polish Armed Forces
- European Union (EU)
- North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

### Vendors
- Boeing (candidate supplier)

### Sources
- [European funding and NATO interoperability could shape Polish helicopter plans | Shephard](https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/european-funding-nato-interoperability-shape-poland-transport-helicopter) - Shephard Media